Adela Catheart (1882) - George Macdonald - Bog

Adela Catheart is a novel written by George Macdonald and first published in 1882. The story revolves around the titular character, Adela, a young woman who is orphaned at a young age and left in the care of her uncle, a wealthy businessman. Adela is a kind and gentle soul, but she is also independent and determined to make her own way in the world.As Adela grows older, she becomes increasingly disillusioned with the shallow and materialistic society in which she lives. She longs for something more meaningful and spiritual, and she finds solace in her friendship with a local clergyman, Mr. Armstrong. Together, they explore the deeper questions of life and faith, and Adela begins to find a sense of purpose and direction.However, Adela's uncle is determined to marry her off to a wealthy suitor, and he will stop at nothing to achieve his goal. Adela must navigate the treacherous waters of Victorian society and find a way to follow her own path, even if it means going against the wishes of those around her.Adela Catheart is a beautifully written and deeply moving novel that explores themes of love, faith, and the search for meaning in a world that often seems empty and meaningless. Macdonald's prose is lyrical and evocative, and his characters are richly drawn and full of depth and complexity. This book is a must-read for anyone who loves classic literature and is interested in exploring the deeper questions of life.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.